Learn To Swim Coordinator

Menai Swim Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Menai Swim Academy is seeking a Learn to Swim Coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations of learn to swim and school programs, manage student progression and drive program effectiveness.

The role requires current Austswim/Swim Australia qualifications, First Aid, and NSW WWCC, with 3+ years teaching experience and at least 2 years leading instructors. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current teaching of swimming and water safety qualification (e.g. Austswim, Swim Australia)
• First Aid certification is required
• Play by the Rules Child Protection and Harassment & Discrimination modules
• New South Wales Working with Children Check is required (WWCC)

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and provide guidance and support to staff
• Create and maintain a positive work environment in line with Menai Swim Academy's values
• Supervise swim school instructors, lead instructors, and lifeguards to ensure program quality
• Ensure all classes are delivered weekly with appropriate staffing
• Monitor staff and course candidates to plan training sessions
• Maintain the qualification register and ensure staff qualifications are up to date
• Monitor student progression to balance speed and quality
• Ensure pool equipment is available and in good condition
• Ensure facilities are safe, professional and functional
• Perform reporting, testing and maintenance to meet pool water quality and regulations

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Swimming & water safety qualification (Austswim/Swim Australia)

First Aid

Play by the Rules Child Protection & Harassment & Discrimination

Working with Children Check (NSW)

Job description

The Learn to Swim Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all learn to swim and school programs including overseeing student progression and program effectiveness, facilities management, supervision and training staff, class scheduling, rostering and general administration.

Key responsibilities

Lead by example and provide guidance and support to staff

Create and maintain a positive work environment in line with Menai Swim Academy's values

Supervise swim school instructors, lead instructors, and lifeguards to ensure program quality is delivered consistently across all seven days of the week

Ensure all classes are delivered on a weekly basis with appropriate staffing, including standing in for staff as required

Monitor staff and teacher course candidates and determine suitable training sessions to improve instructor lesson delivery

Assist to maintain the qualification register and ensure all staff obtain and maintain adequate qualifications

Monitor student history to ensure flow through levels is quick but not compromising quality

Ensure all equipment required to effectively deliver the program is available and in satisfactory operating condition

Ensure Menai Swim Academy facilities are maintained in a safe, professional and functional condition

Perform the necessary reporting, testing and maintenance required to ensure pool water quality meets Menai Swim Academy's standards and complies with government regulations

About you

Current teaching of swimming and water safety qualification (e.g. Austswim, Swim Australia)

Current teaching of Infants and Pre-schoolers

Current First Aid

Current Play by the Rules Child Protection and Harassment & Discrimination modules

Current and cleared New South Wales employment Working with Children Check

Current NSW Driver's License

Minimum 3 years swim teaching experience

Minimum 2 years experience as a swim school lead instructor

A highly collaborative and influential communicator who builds trust easily and develops meaningful relationships at all levels

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make tough decisions when necessary

About us

Aqua Safe Enterprises Pty Ltd operates Menai Swim Academy, providing learn to swim and school programs with a focus on student progression, program effectiveness, and facilities management.